Analytical Laboratory Technician

Barilla Group; Parma; Híbrido; EUR 27.000 - 33.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Barilla in Parma, HQ, is seeking an Analytical Laboratory Technician to join the Barilla Analytical labs, performing chemical, rheological, and microbiological analyses on raw materials, semi-finished and finished products.

You will maintain lab instruments, ensure safety and compliance, and collaborate with scientists, technologists, and pilot plant staff to support day-to-day projects. Proficiency in Italian and English (B2) is required.

Formación

• High School Diploma in chemistry/food chemistry.
• 1–2 years in an analytical laboratory environment.
• Familiarity with ELISA, chromatography, mass spectrometry and spectroscopy.
• Nice to have: SAP and LIMS.
• Italian: full proficiency; English: at least B2.
• Team working, Negotiation and Communication skills; Organizational skill.

Responsabilidades

• Execute all elements of a test plan, from sample preparation to results acquisition.
• Generate accurate and repeatable test data and elaborate results for the final report.
• Identify ways to improve the execution of methods and explore new techniques.
• Maintain analytical laboratory instruments.
• Ensure laboratory compliance with safety procedures and rules.
• Collaborate with internal scientists, technologists and pilot plant technicians for sample analysis.

Conocimientos

Team working

Negotiation

Communication skills

Organizational skill

Educación

High School Diploma in chemistry/food chemistry

Herramientas

ELISA

Chromatography

Mass spectrometry

Spectroscopy

SAP

LIMS

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

At Barilla, we believe that every great journey begins with passion and a bold vision. From our humble beginnings in 1877 in a small shop in Parma, Italy, we’ve blossomed into a global leader in the food industry, guided by our commitment to progress and excellence.

Today, Barilla is an international group present in more than 100 countries and we are proud to be recognized as the world’s top food company by reputation. With 22 beloved brands in our portfolio, we are world leader for pasta, the number one choice for ready-made sauces in Europe, leader for bakery products in Italy, and for crispbread across Scandinavia with Wasa.

Our success story is written by a passionate team of almost 9,000 dedicated employees across 30 plants and offices worldwide, all united by a shared mission to nourish the future with purpose and passion.

Are you ready to add your unique flavor to our journey?

Barillais looking for an Analytical Laboratory Technician. The position will report to the Lab Technician Pool Coordinator and it will be based in our Headquarters in Parma.

Job purpose

This role executes tests in the Barilla Analytical labs regarding chemical, rheological, and microbiological measures on raw materials, semi-finished, and final products to meet day-to-day project needs. It guarantees lab instrument maintenance and laboratory compliance with all safety procedures and rules.

Key Accountabilities

• Execution of all elements of an assigned test plan, from sample preparation to results acquisition. Proficiency in standard operating procedures. Contribution to developing new analytical methods.
• Generate accurate and repeatable test data, make critical observations, look for inconsistencies, and elaborate results for the final report, which his/her supervisor issues.
• Identifies ways to improve the execution of methods and new ways to accomplish tasks through experience and technical capability.
• Analytical Laboratory instruments maintenance
• Guarantee laboratory compliance with all safety procedures and rules
• Cooperate with internal stakeholders: scientists, technologists, and pilot plant technicians will collect samples for analysis. They also take part in all project activities.
• Manage external partners in receiving and providing information about instruments and/or maintenance orders.

Requirements

• High School Diploma in chemistry/food chemistry
• 1/2 years in an analytical laboratory environment
• Familiarity with physicochemical, compositional, food safety and biochemical analyses, as well as techniques such as ELISA, chromatography, mass spectrometry and spectroscopy, would be a plus.
• Nice to have: Microsoft Office Package; SAP and LIMS (highly preferred)
• Italian: full proficiency
• English: at least B2 level
• Team working, Negotiation and Communication skills; Organizational skill

Compensation Package

• The gross annual base salary (RAL) offered will be no less than € 30.000, in accordance with the provisions of the applicable National Collective Bargaining Agreement (CCNL Industria Alimentare)
• The Company is committed to offering a competitive compensation package and, following the selection process, may propose a final gross annual base salary above the stated level, commensurate with the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications
• The position's compensation package also includes a variable component and a competitive welfare and benefits offer. Further details will be provided at a later stage and will be subject to the applicable Company policies

Additional info

Full time contract, 40 hours/week
Lcoation: Parma HQ

At Barilla, we are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity in all its forms is valued and embraced. Our employment policies and practices are designed to ensure equal employment opportunities for all, regardless of age, race, color, citizenship, faith, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or characteristics of expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our commitment to equal employment stems from our unwavering belief that it is not only the right thing to do, but it is also a fundamental driver of innovation and business success.